Fisher NS232, NS242, NS252, NS272 User manual

TECHNICAL MANUAL

NS232
NS242
NS252
NS272

CONSTANT CURRENT

PERIPHERAL NERVE STIMULATOR

AND NERVE LOCATOR

Revision I

By I.H

December 2005

Copyright © 2005 Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Ltd

Auckland New Zealand

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Part Number 185 040 670, Revision I, Issued December 2005

Technical Manual for Nerve Stimulator models: NS272, NS242, NS252 (V2.0, V1.0 & 1.1)
Technical Manual for Nerve Locator models: NS232 (V2.0)

Note: if the unit is an NS242 with serial number smaller than 031202001629 or an NS252 with serial number
smaller than 031202001627, refer to NS252/242 V1.0 & V1.1 Software Technical Manual on page 26

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare have a policy of continued product improvement and reserve the right to alter
specifications without notice

Changes made to this technical manual

Wheelie bin symbol added

Maximum voltage in both internal and external mode are better defined

Separate Set Current Offset and Alarm Limits back to the format as per revision G

Include Technical Manual for NS242 and NS252 with V1.0/1.1 Software

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................6

1GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS – V2.0 ................................................................................8

1.1 General Product Information (For All Nerve Stim Types)..................................................................8

1.2 External Mode Electrical Specifications (NS272 & NS252)...............................................................8

1.3 External Mode Electrical Specifications (NS242 only).......................................................................9

1.4 Internal Mode Electrical Specifications (NS272 & NS232)................................................................9

1.5 Pulse Types........................................................................................................................................10

2HARDWARE DESCRIPTION - V2.0 ................................................................................11

2.1 Control (For All Types) .....................................................................................................................11

2.2 Supply Rails (For All Types).............................................................................................................11

2.3 Low Battery Detect (For All Types)..................................................................................................11

2.4 Beeper (For All Types)......................................................................................................................12

2.5 High Voltage Rail (NS272, NS252 & NS242) ..................................................................................12

2.6 Internal Mode Constant Current Controller (NS272 & NS232)........................................................12

2.7 Internal Mode Leadset Monitor (NS272 & NS232) ..........................................................................12

2.8 External Mode Constant Current Controller (NS272, NS252 & NS242)..........................................12

3TEST POINTS (TP) - V2.0.............................................................................................14

3.1 For All Types.....................................................................................................................................14

3.2 For NS272, NS252 & NS242.............................................................................................................14

4SELF TEST - V2.0..........................................................................................................15

4.1 ROM Test (For All Types).................................................................................................................15

4.2 Display Test* (For All Types) ...........................................................................................................15

4.3 Model Test (For All Types) ...............................................................................................................15

4.4 Button Test (For All Types)...............................................................................................................15

4.5 Internal Mode Current Test (NS272 & NS232).................................................................................16

4.6 External Mode Current Test (NS272, NS252 & NS242)...................................................................16

5ERROR CODES - V2.0...................................................................................................17

6SERVICE INFORMATION (FOR ALL TYPES) - V2.0......................................................18

7PART LIST - V2.0..........................................................................................................19

7.1 For All Types.....................................................................................................................................19

7.2 For NS272, NS252 & NS242.............................................................................................................19

7.3 For NS232 only..................................................................................................................................19

8ACCESSORIES - V2.0.....................................................................................................20

8.1 For All Types.....................................................................................................................................20

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8.2 For NS272, NS252 & NS242............................................................................................................20

8.3 For NS272, NS232 ............................................................................................................................ 20

8.4 Component Layout Diagram .............................................................................................................21

APPENDIX APRODUCT CHANGE HISTORY (FOR NS272, NS252, NS242) - V2.0............... 22

APPENDIX BPRODUCT NUMBERS (FOR ALL TYPES) - V2.0................................................23

B1. Model Number Explanation ..............................................................................................................23

B2. Serial Number Explanation................................................................................................................23

B3. Product Code Table ...........................................................................................................................24

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1GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS – V1.0/V1.1 .....................................................................26

1.1 Electrical Specifications – V1.0/1.1...................................................................................................26

1.2 Pulse Types: ROM 999630013.........................................................................................................26

1.3 Pulse Types: ROM 367020009.........................................................................................................27

2HARDWARE DESCRIPTION – V1.0/1.1..........................................................................28

2.1 Control ...............................................................................................................................................28

2.2 Reference Rail....................................................................................................................................28

2.3 High Voltage Rail ..............................................................................................................................28

2.4 Constant Current Control...................................................................................................................28

2.5 Low Battery Detect............................................................................................................................28

2.6 Miscellaneous.....................................................................................................................................29

3OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION – V1.0/1.1.....................................................................30

3.1 Power Down.......................................................................................................................................30

3.2 Self Calibration.................................................................................................................................. 30

3.3 Pulse Delivery....................................................................................................................................30

4TEST POINTS – V1.0/1.1...............................................................................................31

5SELF TEST – V1.0/1.1...................................................................................................32

5.1 ROM 999630013 ...............................................................................................................................32

5.2 ROM 367020009 ...............................................................................................................................33

6SERVICE INFORMATION – V1.0/1.1..............................................................................34

7PARTS LIST – V1.0/1.1.................................................................................................35

8ACCESSORIES – V1.0/1.1..............................................................................................36

8.1 Component Layout Diagram..............................................................................................................36

APPENDIX ASERVICE NOTE – V1.0/1.1................................................................................37

APPENDIX BPRODUCT CHANGE HISTORY – V1.0/1.1.........................................................38

APPENDIX CPRODUCT NUMBERS – V1.0/1.1........................................................................39

C1. Model Number And Serial Number Explanation...............................................................................39

C2. Product Code Table............................................................................................................................40

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INTRODUCTION

Caution Dangerous high voltages may exist within this device for up to 1 minute after removal of batteries.

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Read the operating manual carefully before operating the unit.

Electrostatic sensitive devices

Type BF Equipment (IEC Standard).

(EU WEEE Standard) Do not throw away. See distributor for appropriate disposal for electrical and

electronic components

The microprocessor may continue to run for up to 10 minutes after removal of batteries. It is
recommended that the batteries be removed at least 10 minutes prior to disassembly.

Caution This device contains CMOS and other components which are sensitive to static charges. It is

recommended appropriate procedures be followed for disassembly and service.

Caution An explosion is possible if used in the presence of flammable anaesthetics. An explosion may be

caused by an arc which could occur if the electrodes come into direct contact as a pulse is being
delivered.

Warning In External Mode, this device is to be used with non-invasive electrodes only. If needle electrodes

are used in External Mode, localised tissue burning and excessive patient discomfort may result.

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TECHNICAL MANUAL

NS232
NS242

NS252

NS272

Version 2.0

CONSTANT CURRENT

PERIPHERAL NERVE STIMULATOR

AND NERVE LOCATOR

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1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS – V2.0

This part of the manual defines the technical specifications for the NS252 & NS242 Peripheral Nerve Stimulator,
NS272 Peripheral Nerve Stimulator & Nerve Locator and NS232 Nerve Locator with version 2.0 software. Refer to
the Operating Manual for NS272, NS252, NS242 and NS232 for detailed instructions on how to use the unit.

Any NS242 unit with a serial number smaller than 031202001629 runs on version 1.0 or 1.1 software. Any
NS252 unit with a serial number smaller than 031202001627 runs on version 1.0 or 1.1 software. Please refer
to the sections from page 26 onwards, for the technical specification.

1.1 GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION (FOR ALL NERVE STIM TYPES)

Battery Type: 3 times 1.5 V AA type alkaline cells (IEC type LR6)

Battery Life: Up to 160 hours continuous use with alkaline batteries

Note: This figure varies greatly depending on choice of
External or Internal Mode in NS272, waveforms used
and current delivered.

Up to 160 hours continuous use with alkaline batteries in
NS232, NS242, NS252

Operating Temperature Range:

Operating Humidity Range: 0% RH to 65% RH

Storage Temperature Range: -25 °C to +40 °C

Storage Humidity Range: 0% RH to 85% RH

Dimensions: NS232:

Weight: 255g (185g without batteries)

0 °C to 35 °C

Height = 167 mm, width = 73 mm, depth = 43 mm
NS242, NS252 and NS272
Height = 175 mm, width = 73 mm, depth = 43 mm

1.2 EXTERNAL MODE ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS (NS272 & NS252)

Output Current Range: 0 to 160 mA

Output Current Steps 5 or 10 mA (programmable)

Tetanus Frequency 50 or 100 Hz ± 10% (programmable)

Output Pulse Type: Square, monophasic, constant current, unidirectional

Output Pulse Width: 195 ± 5 µs

Output Pulse Rise Time: < 10 µs max (resistive load)

Output Pulse Fall Time: < 10 µs max (resistive load)

Maximum Internal Voltage: 420 ± 10% V

Maximum Output Voltage: 350 ± 10% V

Maximum Load Impedance

80 mA

160 mA

Set Current Offset:

0 to 80 mA

85 to 160mA

Alarm Li mits:

Default Program: 10 s twitch

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4 kΩ

1.8 kΩ
(figures may vary depending on battery condition)

± 2.5 mA
± 5.0 mA

± 2.5 mA of the set current

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Default Program Settings:

Tetanus Frequency

Maximum Current

Current Steps

DBS Pattern

50 Hz
80 mA
10 mA

3.3

1.3 EXTERNAL MODE ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS (NS242 ONLY)

Output Current Range: 0 to 80 mA

Output Pulse Type: Square, monophasic, constant current, unidirectional

Output Pulse Width: 195 ± 5 µs

Output Pulse Rise Time: < 10 µs max (resistive load)

Output Pulse Fall Time: < 10 µs max (resistive load)

Maximum Internal Voltage: 420 ± 10% V

Maximum Output Voltage: 350 ± 10% V

Maximum Load Impedance

80 mA

Set Current Offset

0 to 80 mA

Alarm Li mits:

Default Program Settings:

Tetanus Frequency

Maximum Current

Current Steps

Note: The above specifications can not be guaranteed if the unit is used with a load impedance of more than 5 kΩ.

For TW, TOF, TET
4 kΩ
(figures may vary depending on battery condition)

± 2.5 mA
± 2.5 mA of the set current

50 Hz
80 mA
10 mA

1.4 INTERNAL MODE ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS (NS272 & NS232)

Output Current Range: 0 to 10 mA

Output Current Steps: 0.2 mA between 0.0 and 2.0 mA

0.5 mA between 2.0 and 5.0 mA

1.0 mA between 5.0 and 10.0 mA

Output Pulse Type: Square wave, monophasic, constant current,

unidirectional

Output Pulse Width: 195 µs ± 5 µs

Output Pulse Rise Time: < 10 µs max (resistive load)

Output Pulse Fall Time: < 10 µs max (resistive load)

Maximum Internal Voltage: 15 V ± 10%

Maximum Output Voltage: 10 V ± 10%

Maximum Load Impedance at 10.0 mA:

Set Current Offset:
For 0 - 2.0 mA: ± 0.15 mA
For 2.5 - 10.0 mA: ± 0.3 mA

Alarm Li mits: ± 0.1 mA of the set current

Default Program: 10 s twitch

1.0 kΩ

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1.5 PULSE TYPES

Twitch

±5 µs

(All Types)

Train of four

±15 ms

±15 ms

±0.5 ms

(NS272, NS252, NS242)

Tetanus

±0.5 ms

±0.5 ms

±0.2 ms

(NS272, NS252) & (NS242 with 20ms at 50Hz
only)

Double burst

(NS272 & NS252 only)

Post tetanic count

(NS272 & NS252 only)

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2 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION - V2.0

2.1 CONTROL (FOR ALL TYPES)

The core of the system is a masked ROM microprocessor, U6 which has an LCD Driver and 3 Counters/Timers on
chip.

The On/Off Button, SW1, works by generating a short pulse at the reset input of U6 via C30.

The remainder of the push-buttons are arranged in a row/column scanning matrix. A diode-OR connection between
the rows enables any button to bring the interrupt input of U6 low. The microprocessor is then able to determine
exactly which button is being pressed by examining the status of the Port 0 outputs and the Port 2 inputs.

U6 communicates via an I²C bus serial interface to the two A/D and D/A converters, U1 and U3.

The system timing is based on a 10 ms count generated inside U6. This time base is available at TP14.

2.2 SUPPLY RAILS (FOR ALL TYPES)

There are four main DC Supply Rails: +VBAT, +VCC, +VREF and +VDD. The first three are derived directly
from the battery while the last is under microprocessor control.

+VBAT This supply is the raw battery voltage and is used to supply the two switch mode power supplies for

+VDD and the HV Rail.

+VCC This supply is isolated and derived from +VBAT via diode D14 and further smoothed to provide a

more stable voltage for the microprocessor and A/D and D/A converter ICs.

+VREF This supply is maintained at 2.5 V by a three terminal regulator, U4 and is used as the LCD drive

voltage and as the reference voltage for both the A/D and D/A converters.

+VDD This supply, nominally 15 V, is generated by a switch mode converter IC, U5 configured as a boost

mode DC to DC converter. The relevant components are L1, D7 and C29. The switching frequency
is determined by C26.

U5 acts to control the voltage at its VFB input at a level equal to its internal reference voltage of 1.31
V. Thus the voltage divider R37 and R39 determines the level of +VDD.

The microprocessor is able to turn U5 on by pulling its IC input high via Q20.
+VDD is used to power the CMOS logic and the two current controllers, to drive the two FETs and

supply C4 from which the Internal Mode pulses are generated.

There is an additional supply of 4 V which is used by the current controllers. This supply is produced by amplifying
+VREF and is available at pin 7 of U7.

2.3 LOW BATTERY DETECT (FOR ALL TYPES)

The low battery detect works in two stages. Stage one lights up the battery symbol on the LCD as a warning once
the battery voltage falls to 3.3 V. Stage two shuts the microcontroller down at 2.9 V, leaving only the battery
symbol on the LCD to indicate why the unit is off.

The microcontroller monitors the battery voltage in two different ways. The first is by using A/D channel 3 of U3
and the potential divider R35 and R36. The second way is by monitoring the state of the LBD output of U5. When
the IC input of U5 is high, the LBD output of U5 goes low whenever its LBR input falls below its internal reference
voltage of 1.31 V nominal.

The microcontroller first checks the state of the LBD output of U5. If it is low then the microcontroller will shut
down and will cease to function further until the batteries are changed. The unit must be turned off and on for U6 to
recognise this has occurred.

If the LBD output of U5 is high, the processor will go on to check the voltage at the LBR input of U5 using the A/D
converter. If the voltage at the LBR point is too low the battery symbol will appear on the display.

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2.4 BEEPER (FOR ALL TYPES)

LS1 is a piezoelectric loudspeaker. It is driven with an audio frequency square wave produced by an astable
multivibrator, Q17 and Q18. That oscillator is turned on and off by the microcontroller via Q19.

2.5 HIGH VOLTAGE RAIL (NS272, NS252 & NS242)

The high voltage rail is an electrolytic capacitor, C11, which is charged up to generate External Mode pulses.

To charge the rail, U6 activates the oscillator U2, by pulling down its reset pin, causing output Q4 to switch at a
frequency determined by R15, R16 and C8. Q9 drives the primary of transformer XFORM1. The voltage at the
secondary is rectified to charge C11.

When high current pulses are delivered the high voltage rail is regulated to approximately 400 V by comparator
U7B. The high voltage rail is monitored by the potential divider R19, R20 and R53 and compared with +VREF.
When the voltage at pin 3 of U7 reaches 2.5 V, Q24 is switched on to remove the base drive from Q8 and the
oscillator is turned off.

The microcontroller also monitors the voltage across C11 using A/D channel 2 of U3 and the potential divider of
R19, R20 and R53. This allows U6 to establish whether the voltage on C11 has reached the lesser of 420 V or (set
current x 5000 Ω) and provide some control of the high voltage rail.

2.6 INTERNAL MODE CONSTANT CURRENT CONTROLLER (NS272 & NS232)

In order to deliver an Internal Mode constant current pulse, C4 must first be charged up from +VDD through R10.
The microcontroller monitors the voltage across C4 via the potential divider R3, R2 and A/D channel 2 of U1.

The microcontroller then sets the level of constant current to be delivered by setting a voltage at the output of the
D/A converter of U1.

At the start of the pulse the microcontroller turns Q7 on and Q1 and Q2 off. Under those conditions, the voltage at
the collector of Q6 will increase depending on the difference b etween the voltages at the emitters of Q6 and Q5.
The Q6 collector voltage determines how much current the Darlington configuration of Q22 and Q4 conducts. The
collector current of Q4 is the current delivered at the output and it develops a proportional voltage across R1. Thus
the Q5, Q6 pair maintains the output current equal to the voltage at the output of the D/A converter divided by the
resistance of R1.

A/D channel 0 of U1 monitors the voltage across R1. By doing this, U6 is able to determine whether the correct
current is being delivered at all times.

Q2 holds Q22 and Q4 in their off-state between pulses and while the unit is switched off, to avoid any output
leakage currents.

2.7 INTERNAL MODE LEADSET MONITOR (NS272 & NS232)

The microcontroller is able to determine whether the Internal Mode leadset is connected to the unit by monitoring
the voltage at A/D channel 3 input of U1.

2.8 EXTERNAL MODE CONSTANT CURRENT CONTROLLER (NS272, NS252 & NS242)

An External Mode pulse is generated in a similar way to the Internal Mode pulse.

In order to deliver an External Mode constant current pulse, C11 must first be charged up. The microcontroller
monitors the voltage across C11 via the potential divider R19, R20, R53 and A/D channel 2 of U3.

The microcontroller then sets the level of constant current to be delivered by setting a voltage at the output of the
D/A converter of U3.

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At the start of the pulse the microcontroller turns Q12 and Q16 on and Q3 and Q11 off. Under these conditions, the
voltage at the collector of Q15 will increase depending o n the difference between the voltages at the emitters of Q15
and Q14. The Q15 collector voltage determines how much current Q10 conducts. The drain current of Q10 is the
current delivered at the output and it develops a proportional voltage across R21. Thus the Q14, Q15 pair maintains
the output current equal to the voltage at the output of the D/A converter divided by the resistance of R21.

A/D channel 0 of U3 monitors the voltage across R21. By doing this, U6 is able to determine whether the correct
current is being delivered at all times.

External Mode current delivery is calibrated by selection of the current sense resistor R21. This resistor is selected
during production testing and does not need to be checked. R21 will be one of the following values: 13.0Ω, 13.3 Ω
or 13.7 Ω.

Q12 is used to prevent current leakage through Q10 at high C11 voltages. R23 acts to limit short circuit current and
in conjunction with C16 limits damaging dv/dt to the FET Q10.

Q3 in series with Q13 holds Q10 in its off-state between pulses and for a short period after the unit is switched off
to avoid any output leakage currents.

While the unit is switched on a 100 Hz signal is applied to the base of Q21 which keeps C39 charged and Q13 on.
Approximately 1 minute after the unit is switched off C39 discharges and Q13 switches off allowing Q10 to switch
back on. By this time the high voltage rail has completely discharged and no leakage current can flow.

When Q13 turns off, Q23 also switches off, removing the supply to U7 and conserving battery life.

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3 TEST POINTS (TP) - V2.0

3.1 FOR ALL TYPES

TP1 Internal Mode delivered current (NS 232 & NS272 Only)
TP2 Internal Mode D/A output (NS272 & NS232 Only)
TP7 +VREF the A/D reference 2.375 to 2.625 V
TP8 +VBAT the battery voltage 28 to 48 V
TP10 0 V circuit common
TP11 +VDD the CMOS logic supply 14 to 16 V
TP12 Microcontroller Reset signal
TP13 Microcontroller Interrupt signal
TP14 System clock 100 Hz
TP15 +VCC the microcontroller supply 2.6 to 4.5 V

3.2 FOR NS272, NS252 & NS242

TP3 High Voltage Rail 420 V ±10%
TP4 External Mode delivered current
TP5 External Mode D/A output
TP6 Q10 gate voltage

Iset × 221Ω (Volts)
Iset × 221 Ω (Volts)

Iset × 13 Ω (Volts)
Iset × 13 Ω (Volts)

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4 SELF TEST - V2.0

The unit has a built in Self Test Routine. At the start of the Self Test there must be no loads connected to the
stimulator.

For NS272

The Self Test is initiated by holding down the Current Down, TET and PTC buttons while turning the unit on. The
unit responds by displaying the ROM version number, ‘2.0’, with a flashing target.

For NS232

The Self Test is initiated by holding down the Current Down, TW, 1 SEC TW, MUTE while turning the unit on. Th e
unit responds by displaying the ROM version number, ‘2.0’, with a flashing target.

For NS242, NS252

The Self Test is initiated by holding down the Current Down, TET and TW buttons while turning the unit on. The
unit responds by displaying the ROM version number, ‘2.0’, with a flashing target

4.1 ROM TEST (FOR ALL TYPES)

When any button is pressed, the unit beeps and displays a flashing ‘CrC’ for about 10s. Then all segments of the
display light with a flashing target.

4.2 DISPLAY TEST* (FOR ALL TYPES)

When any button is pressed the unit beeps and the top row segments light with a flashing target. Each of the
remaining three rows also light when a button is pressed.

4.3 MODEL TEST (FOR ALL TYPES)

After the fourth row of LCD segments has been lit the Model number, e.g. ‘272’, is displayed with the flashing
target.

4.4 BUTTON TEST (FOR ALL TYPES)

When the Model number is displayed only the Current Up button may be pressed. The unit beeps and displays a ‘1’
with a flashing target. At this point only the Current Down button may be pressed. The unit beeps and displays a ‘2’
with a flashing target. That number should increment as each of the remaining buttons is pressed in the following
order:

Number displayed after

button is pressed

3 TW TW TW TW
4 TOF TOF TOF 1 Sec TW
5 TET TET TET MUTE
6 DBS DBS 1 Sec TW RUN
7 PTC PTC 12 Sec TOF PROG
8 RUN RUN MUTE*

9 PROG PROG
10 1 Sec TW 1 Sec TW
11 12 Sec TW 12 Sec TW
12 EXT MUTE*

INTERNAL MUTE

*A number will not be displayed, but go to external current test

NS272 NS252 NS242 NS232

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4.5 INTERNAL MODE CURRENT TEST (NS272 & NS232)

After the Mute button is pressed the unit displays flashing INTERNAL. A 1 kΩ load must be connected to the
Internal Mode Output of the unit which will then deliver continuous Internal Mode pulses at 10.0 mA. The output
waveform should be observed on an oscilloscope.

When a button is pressed the unit delivers continuous Internal Mode pulses at 0.2 mA. The output waveform should
be observed on an oscilloscope.

If the unit is an NS232, pressing any button then causes the unit to power as normal

4.6 EXTERNAL MODE CURRENT TEST (NS272, NS252 & NS242)

The load should be removed from the Internal Mode Output and a 1 kΩ load should be connected to the External
Mode Output of the unit. When a button is pressed the unit will deliver 5 s bursts of 100 Hz External Mode pulses
continuously at 160 mA. The output waveform should be observed on an oscilloscope.

When a button is pressed the unit delivers 5 s bursts of 100 Hz External Mode pulses continuously at 5 mA. The
output waveform should be observed on an oscilloscope.

Pressing any button causes the unit to power up as normal.

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5 ERROR CODES - V2.0

Throughout normal operation and the Self Test the microcontroller is constantly monitoring its internal operations. If
it discovers something wrong it clears the display, lights the ERROR indicator, displays an Error Code and then shuts
down. This process may not detect every possible failure but the Error Code will give some assistance in Fault
Diagnosis. These codes are as follows:

Code Description

00 T2 Overflow
01 Capture Interrupt
02 Missed Tick
03 Key Number Calculation Failure
04 RAM Failure
05 Button down in FIRST routine
06 Keyboard Failure
07 Voltage References out of Spec.
08 Undefined Model Number
09 Invalid Button Command in EXTMLOOP routine
10 Assembly Error in EXTMLOOP routine
11 Keyboard Error in EXTMLOOP routine
12 No I²C Acknowledge
13 I²C Bus not cleared
14 External Current Leakage
15 Internal Current Leakage
16 No EOP found in External Program
17 Assembly Error in Step Table in External Program Execution
18 Most Sig. Timeout Step Encountered First in External Program
19 Invalid Button Command in External Program Execution
20 Assembly Error in Button Table in External Program Execution
21 Keyboard Error in External Program Execution
22 External Programming Option Key Error
23 Invalid Button Command in External Program Programming
24 Assembly Error in External Program Programming
25 Keyboard Error in External Program Programming
27 Invalid Button Command in Internal Main Loop
28 Assembly Error in Button Table in Internal Main Loop
29 Keyboard Error in Internal Main Loop
30 No EOP found in Internal Program
31 Invalid Program Step in Internal Programming
32 Invalid Button Command in Internal Program Execution
33 Assembly Error in Internal Program Execution
34 Keyboard Error in Internal Program Execution
35 Invalid Button Command in Internal Program Programming
36 Assembly Error in Internal Program Programming
37 Keyboard Error in Internal Program Programming
38 Faulty LV Rail
39 CRC failure
40 Keyboard Failure
41 Faulty Internal Mode Output Socket
42 PC out of bounds MB0

Note For NS242 Only:

After TET is pressed an arrow ◄ will appear on the botto m left corner of the LCD, this is not an error or error code
and it should be ignored

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6 SERVICE INFORMATION (FOR ALL TYPES) - V2.0

Disassembly/assembly is very straight forward. The battery cover simply unclips and there are two screws holding the
case and PCB together. For NS272Bxx models there is a screw through the battery cover which must be removed.

Servicing should also be straight forward. The self-test in conjunction with an oscilloscope scan of the test points
should narrow any fault to a particular block of hardware.

It is recommended to perform servicing check every year.

Component level servicing of the circuit board is not recommended. Contact the manufacturer for repair/replacement
options.

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7 PART LIST - V2.0

7.1 FOR ALL TYPES

614040219 Battery Screw
999840009 Battery Clip Single
999840007 Battery Clip Double
426040012 Beeper
349040081 Push Button
383040121 Transformer
614040157 Case Screw
185042351 Operating Manual – NS272
185042350 Operating Manual – NS252
185042349 Operating Manual – NS242
185042306 Operating Manual – NS232
043041024 NS272 PCB Kit (For shrouded socket models)

Note: Non shrouded PCB no longer available

043042557 NS252 PCB kit (V2.0)
043042556 NS242 PCB kit (V2.0)
043042080 NS232 PCB kit (V2.0)
043042936 NS252 Front Fascia Assembly
043042937 NS242 Front Fascia Assembly
043042037 Kit shrouded socket NS272
043041087 Kit shrouded plug upgrade kit NS242/252

10

9

8

3

4

5

6

7

NS272

2

10

3

9

4

5

6

7

7.2 FOR NS272, NS252 & NS242

1 341040522 Header 4 Way U-Strip Samtec
1 341040399 Socket Internal (2.5mm Audio) NS272 only
2 341040509 Socket External Type Black (Shrouded)
3 693040719 Case Connector Insert NS272 (Shrouded)
3 693040747 Case Connector Insert NS252, NS242 (Shrouded)
4 423040004 LCD NS272
5 693040486 Cover Battery
5 693040497 Cover Battery Drilled
6 233201594 Front Fascia Panel NS272
6 233201601 Front Fascia Panel NS252 (V2.0)
6 233201600 Front Fascia Panel NS242 (V2.0)
7 693040698 Case Back
7 693040498 Case Back Drilled
8 693040697 Case Front
9 693040447 Window LCD Lens Cover

10 341040508 Socket External Type Red (Shrouded)

7.3 FOR NS232 ONLY

1 341040522 Socket Internal (Shrouded 4 pin socket)
2 694042032 Case Connector Insert 232 Safety
3 423040004 LCD NS272
4 693040486 Cover Battery
4 693040497 Cover Battery Drilled
5 233201588 Front Fascia Panel
6 693040698 Case Back
6 693040498 Case Back Drilled
7 693040697 Case Front
8 693040447 Window LCD Lens Cover

8

NS252

10 2

3

9

4

5

6

7

8

NS242

2

8

7

3

4

5

6

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8 ACCESSORIES - V2.0

8.1 FOR ALL TYPES

200NS002 Carry Case
900MR030 Fixed Pole Clamp
200NS009 Bracket
900MR170 C-Clamp
900MR820 Wall Mounting Bracket

8.2 FOR NS272, NS252 & NS242

200NS030 Diagnostic Probe (Ball Electrodes), Shrouded Disposable (Box of 20)
200NS003 Dual Electrodes (Disposable)
200NS037 External Mode Leadset, Shrouded, for disposable electrodes (Alligator/Alligator) 2.0m
200NS031 External Mode Leadset, Shrouded, for disposable electrodes (Alligator/Alligator) 1.5m
200NS032 External Mode Leadset, Shrouded, for reusable electrodes (Pin/Pin) 1.5m
200NS033 External Mode Leadset, Shrouded, for disposable electrodes (Dome/Dome) 1.5m

8.3 FOR NS272, NS232

200NS034 Internal Mode Leadset, Shrouded, for disposable electrodes (Dome/Alligator)
200NS035 Internal Mode Leadset, Shrouded, for reusable electrodes (Pin/Alligator)
200NS036 Internal Mode Leadset, Shrouded, for disposable electrodes (Dome/Pin)

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8.4 COMPONENT LAYOUT DIAGRAM

Non Shrouded (For NS272, NS252, NS242

with non-shrouded plug)

Shrouded (For NS272, NS252, NS242 with

shrouded plug and NS232)

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Appendix A PRODUCT CHANGE HISTORY (FOR NS272, NS252, NS242) - V2.0

This change history details changes, which may have significance for servicing. It may not include all changes. Refer also to
change panel on circuit diagrams.

Date Change

number
24/5/95 2268 9527AUU02443 Change NS272 to Rev F PCB.
5/8/96 2796 9627JUU00837 Change NS272 to Rev G PCB which

19/11/03 6857 031202001629 Use new EPROM V2.0 PCB on NS242
19/11/03 6857 031202001627 Use new EPROM V2.0 PCB on NS252

First serial number
affected

Comments

includes Shrouded socket.

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Appendix B PRODUCT NUMBERS (FOR ALL TYPES) - V2.0

This section explains how the part number is deciphered. The model number refers to a specific variant while the serial
number individually identifies the manufactured item. The model number and serial number collectively form the product
number.

B1. MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION

e.g. for NS272AUU:

NS272 A (first letter) U (second letter) U (third letter)

Model Type Regulatory Customer Special Features

B2. SERIAL NUMBER EXPLANATION

e.g. for 9627AUU03789:

Year Model Number Abbreviation Code Serial Number

96 27 (= NS272) AUU 03789

The three-letter code (eg AUU) is defined above.

From year 2000 onward the serial number has a different format.

e.g. for 2000-23AUU01234:

Year Model Number Abbreviation Code Serial Number
2000 23 (= NS232) AUU 01234

The three-letter code (eg AUU) is defined above.

From 29/6/2001, all barcodes used were switched to EAN/UCC 128 Barcode format which is a international
recognized format. An example of the barcode is:

(01) 094 200124 0971 3 (21) 010417123456

There are 30 digits in total. In the actual barcode, there are no () and spaces.

Digit Meanings

() Application Identifiers
01 Primary Identifier (Header) for manufacturing details. It is always 01 in all our product
0 Logistic unit always 0
94 Country code for New Zealand
200124 F&P Company Code
0971 The product code
3 Checksum which is generated automatically by the labelling program. The bar code reader will also

check this number. This means that if barcode is not valid, the barcode reader will not read that in to

the keyboard buffer
21 Secondary Identifier (Header) for serial number to follow.
010417 6 digit date in the serial number. 01 is 2001, 04 is April, 17 is the day.
123456 This is the serial number of the product

The primary ID, secondary ID and the length of the serial number will also be checked.

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B3. PRODUCT CODE TABLE

Product Product Code

NS232AUU 1074
NS242AUU 1075
NS252ALN 1076
NS252AUU 1077
NS272AUU 1078
NS272BUU 1079
NS272ABA 1128

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TECHNICAL MANUAL

NS242

NS252

VERSION 1.0 & 1.1

CONSTANT CURRENT

PERIPHERAL NERVE STIMULATOR

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1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS – V1.0/V1.1

This part of the manual defines the technical specifications for the NS252 & NS242 Peripheral Nerve Stimulator with
version 1.0 or 1.1 software.

1.1 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS – V1.0/1.1

Output Current Range: 0 - 80 mA for the NS242. 0 - 160 mA for the NS252

Output Pulse Type: Square, monophasic constant current

Output Pulse Width: 200 ± 5 µs

Output Pulse Rise Time: 5 µs max (resistive load)

Output Pulse Fall Time: 5 µs max (resistive load)

Output Voltage: (up to) 350 V

Maximum Load Impedance at 80 mA: For TW, TOF,DBS for TET

4 kΩ 3.5kΩ

Maximum Load Impedance at 160 mA: For TW, TOF for TET for DBS

2kΩ 1.2 kΩ 1.5 kΩ

Battery Type: 3 of 1.5 V AA type alkaline cells (IEC type LR6)

Battery Life: >300 hours continuous use

1.2 PULSE TYPES: ROM 999630013

Train of four Double burst

Twitch

Tetanus Post tetanic count (P1 default program)

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1.3 PULSE TYPES: ROM 367020009

The pulse trains delivered using this ROM are the same as above except for the following:

Double burst Post tetanic count

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2 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION – V1.0/1.1

2.1 CONTROL

The core of the system is an 84C42 microprocessor U1 which communicates via an i²c bus serial interface to an
8577 display driver U5 and an 8591 A/D, D/A converter U4. The push-buttons are arranged in a row/column
scanning matrix with a diode-or connection causing any button press to generate an interrupt on pin 9 of U1. The
on/off button causes a short reset pulse to be issued to U1 via C5. There are two voltage rails generated under
microprocessor control: a 12 V rail, used for switching FET's and generating a reference for the A/D, D/A
converter, and a 350 V rail for pulse delivery.

2.2 REFERENCE RAIL

The 12 V nominal reference rail is controlled by pin 5, U1, active high. It is generated by U2, a Maxim 4193 DC­DC converter configured in a boost mode. The voltage divider R7, R8 and R9 sets pin 7 at the feedback control
voltage of 1.31 V. C8 sets the oscillation frequency at 4 0 kH z no minal. TR1 in co nj un ctio n with R10 , R1 1 an d R1 2
sets the A/D, D/A reference at 2.5 V nominal.

2.3 HIGH VOLTAGE RAIL

The high voltage rail is a 1 µF, 450 V electrolytic capacitor, C18, charged to the lesser of 350 V or the set current
times 5000 Ω, and controlled by U1. To charge the rail, U1 first activates the 12 V rail, which powers U3 and
thereby TR3. U1 then activates the U3 oscillator by releasing the U3 reset pin via U1 p in 15, active high. U3 then
oscillates at 50 kHz nominal set by R15, R16 and C12. TR3 switches the primary of transformer 1. The full wave
bridge on the secondary consisting of D4, D5, D6 and D7 acts as a voltage doubler, and via tight transformer
coupling serves to limit the fly-back voltage effect on the primary to approximately twice Vbatt. U1 will only
charge C18 for 5 ms then wait 15 ms at a time to prevent excessive battery load or voltage droop. The rail is
monitored and controlled by U1 via pin 1 of U4 the A/D converter.

2.4 CONSTANT CURRENT CONTROL

U1 sets the constant current to be delivered by a set voltage on pin 15, the analogue out channel of U3
corresponding to the set current via the relationship:

Analogue volts out = set current × 13 Ω

The differential transistor pair, TR7 and TR8 will now attempt to maintain this vo ltage at the emitter of TR8 once
they have been enabled by U1 pin 19, active low and TR4. R33 serves to balance TR8 to TR7. The constant current
pulse can now be delivered by turning on TR6, via TR5 and U1 pin 4, active low. R30 acts to limit short circuit
current and in conjunction with C19 limits damaging dv/dt to the FET TR6. The actual current delivered is also read
and processed by U1 by making an A/D reading mid-pulse of the voltage across R35. C20, C21 and C22 aid high
frequency noise suppression generated by oscillators.

2.5 LOW BATTERY DETECT

This works in two stages. First T1, pin 11 of U1 will go low if LBR pin 1 of U2 drops below 1.31 V. When this
happens U1 will light the low battery indicator and Vcc = 2.8 V nominal. U2 must have been activated at pin 6 for
the output at pin 8 to be valid. U1 will then monitor the battery v oltage via A/D channel 2, pin 3 U3. When this
drops to Vcc = 2.6 V nominal U1 will blank the displays apart from the low battery indicator, and will cease to
function further until the batteries are changed. The unit must be turned off and on for U1 to recognize this has
occurred.

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2.6 MISCELLANEOUS

The beeper is driven by a standard astable multivibrator circuit centered around TR11 and TR12. The digital
hardware is run off a diode isolated supply Vcc to prevent any damage due to reverse insertion of batteries. C16 and
C17 help to minimise any adverse battery voltage drops.

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3 OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION – V1.0/1.1

3.1 POWER DOWN

When powered down the processor will complete an orderly pow er down sequence and then will monitor the high
voltage rail. Once it has dropped to under 2V then TR6 will be turned on to conserve battery life. TR9 prevents any
leakage to the electrodes.

3.2 SELF CALIBRATION

The unit self-calibrates by first activating U2 then measuring the reference voltage at pin 7 U2 (1.31 V) via pin 4
U4, the A/D converter. This occurs each time the unit is powered up, and all A/D, D/A readings are adjusted
accordingly.

3.3 PULSE DELIVERY

To deliver a constant current pulse the following sequence of events occurs:

U2 is turned on.

C18 is charged up to the appropriate voltage.

Analogue out pin 15 U4 is set to the corresponding set current.

U1 pin 19 goes low, turning on TR9, and supplying the differential pair TR7, TR8.

U1 pin 4 goes low, initiating current delivery.

Beeper turns on.

Voltage across R35 is read.

U1 pin 4 goes high, terminating the 200 µs pulse.

U1 pin 19 goes high.

Analogue out turns off.

Beeper turns off after 10 ms.

U2 is turned off.

Tetanus delivery is similar, except that U2 is left on and the high voltage rail is turned on for 5 ms only,
immediately following each delivered pulse.

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4 TEST POINTS – V1.0/1.1

TP1 high voltage rail

TP2 current delivered across 13 Ω

TP3 current control feedback signal 0 to 12 V

TP4 i²c clock

TP5 i²c data

TP6 set current control analogue out

TP7 Vsw, nominal 12 V rail

TP8 Vref, nominal 2.5 V rail

TP9 Vbatt, battery voltage

TP10 Vcc, battery voltage minus diode drop

TP11 0 V

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5 SELF TEST – V1.0/1.1

5.1 ROM 999630013

The self test mode is entered by simultaneously depressing the TW, TOF and CURRENT UP buttons then powering
the unit up. The following sequence is then executed:

1) Displays 00 mA. Beep sounded.

2) Display test

- all segments.

- seven segment rotate.

- special purpose annunciators.

3) Button test - the display blanks and then displays the scan code as follows for 14 button presses:
01 TW
02 Current up
03 TOF
04 TET
05 Current down
06 10 s TW
07 12 s TOF
08 P1
09 P2
10 DBS
11 PROG
12 Mute
13 1 s TW

4) The nominal reference of 1.31 V on pin 7, U2 is measured by the A/D as a cross reference to the A/D reference.

If it is out of limits ER3 is displayed.

5) C18 is charged to 350 V and the time taken is tested. If it is longer than 500 ms ER1 is displayed.

6) Leakage current with C18 at 350 V and TR6 and TR9 off is measured. If it is greater than 1mA ER4 is

displayed.

7) 160 mA tetanus is delivered for 5 seconds. If the load resistance is greater than 2000 Ω then the fault indicator

will appear.

8) 10 mA tetanus is delivered for 5 seconds.

9) The displays are blanked and all annunciators are turned on. The unit remains in this state until it is turned off.

However at this stage the following tests may be carried out:
a) W h en the supply voltage is lowered to 3.4 V the low battery indicator should appear.
b) When the supply voltage is lowered further to 3.2 V the display should flash LO and then blanks, the unit

having entered the powered down state.

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5.2 ROM 367020009

The self test mode is entered by simultaneously depressing the TW, TOF and CURRENT UP buttons then powering
the unit up. These buttons must be held until step one below begins:

1) Displays 00 mA, beep sounded.

2) Display test - seven segment rotate.

- special purpose segments.

3) Button test - the display blanks and then displays the scan code as follows for 14 button presses:

01 TW
02 TOF
03 TET
04 DBS
05 Current Up
06 Current Down
07 RUN
08 PROG
09 1 s TW
10 10 s TW
11 12 s TOF
12 PTC
13 Mute

4) This step and the following are exactly as per ROM 999630013.

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6 SERVICE INFORMATION – V1.0/1.1

Disassembly/assembly is very straight forward. The battery cover simply unclips and there are two screws holding
the case and PCB together. For NS2X2B models there is a screw through the battery cover which must be removed.

Servicing should also be straight forward. The self-test in conjunction with an oscilloscope scan of the test points
should narrow any fault to a particular block of hardware.

It is recommended to perform servicing check every year.

Component level servicing of the circuit board is not recommended. Contact the manufacturer for repair/replacement
options.

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7 PARTS LIST – V1.0/1.1

Please note that PCB Assembly, Front Fascia Label, Operating Manual, LCD of NS252 and NS242 of software V1.0
and V1.1 are no longer available for ordering.

For other parts, please refer to Section 7 Part List - V2.0 on page 19.

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8 ACCESSORIES – V1.0/1.1

Please refer to Section 8 Accessories - V2.0 on page 20.

8.1 COMPONENT LAYOUT DIAGRAM

Non shrouded (rev G) Shrouded (rev H)

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Appendix A SERVICE NOTE – V1.0/1.1

Applies to units using 999630013 ROM (Version 1.0).

The reference voltage to the 8591 AD/DA converter is generated by inexpensive low tolerance components. To maintain
accuracy the stimulator self-calibrates all the AD/DA readings to a 1.31 precision voltage, available elsewhere in the
design.

An AD reading of the 1.31 V is made, and then this count is used to calculate what the 8591 reference really is. All other
readings and delivered currents are then adjusted with this knowledge.

This allows the "reference" voltage to be anywhere from 2.3 to 2.8 V, yet all readings and current delivery are still
accurate.

One part of the self test is to read and calculate what the reference voltage really is. This is stored to use later in th e 160
mA and 10 mA tests. First the reference is checked and if it is outside the range 2.3 to 2.8 the unit will halt and display
ER3.

There is a software error in the ROM which affects the SELF TEST ONLY.

It may cause the reference voltage to sometimes be calculated incorrectly, it all depend s exactly wh en you take yo ur fin ger
OFF the last (14th) button press in the button test.

If the miscalculation occurs it will always cause the reference to be calculated LOWER than it should be, exactly how
much lower may vary. This means delivered current will be HIGHER. The effect is worse for higher currents. Thus the
160 mA self test may have to be disregarded but the 10 mA self test should not be. The 160 mA test then has to be done
manually by delivering 160 mA tetanus.

There is another manifestation of the same software error. If the tested unit happens to have a reference near 2.3 V, AND
if the miscalculation occurs, the ROM may think the reference is less than 2.3 V and fail with ER3. However in this case
the unit is not faulty.

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Appendix B PRODUCT CHANGE HISTORY – V1.0/1.1

This change history details changes which may have significance for servicing. It may not include all changes. Refer also
to change panel on circuit diagrams.

Date Change

Number

25/06/91 0642 91250123 NS252A: Introduction of ROM Version 367020009.

5/8/96 2796 9624AUU0506 NS242: Introduction of Rev H PCB & shrouded plugs
26/9/96 0493 9625BUU0867-899 NS252: Produced units with non-shrouded plugs

First serial number
affected

91240135 NS252J
91250149-174 NS252A: ROM Version 999630013 used.

Comments

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Appendix C PRODUCT NUMBERS – V1.0/1.1

This section explains how the serial number appearing on the product is deciphered. The model code refers to a specific
variant while the serial number individually identifies the manufactured item.

C1. MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER EXPLANATION

For all NS242 and NS252 units produced before 01/01/93

eg 92DB3423 represents:

Year Model Number Abbreviation Serial Number

92 DB 3423

Model Model Number

Abbreviation

NS242A DA NZ/Canada/Europe
NS242J DB USA
NS242D DC France
NS242B DD Germany
NS242JW DE USA
NS242JAW DF USA
NS252JA 22 USA Only (V1.0)
NS252AA 23 NZ/Canada/Europe (V1.0)
NS252J 24 USA Only (V1.1)
NS252A 25 NZ/Canada/Europe (V1.1)
NS252D 26 France
NS252JW 27 USA
NS252B 28 Germany
NS252BW 29 Germany

For all NS242 and NS252 units produced after 01/01/93.

eg for NS252AUU:

NS252 A (first letter) U (second letter) U (third letter)

Model Type Regulatory Customer Special Features

Country

The model number typically appears with the serial number.

eg for 9625AUU03789:

Year Model Number Abbreviation Code Serial Number

96 25 = NS252 (24 = NS242) AUU 03789

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From 29/6/2001, all barcodes used were changed to EAN/UCC 128 Barcode format which is an international recognized

format. An example of the barcode is
(01) 094 200124 0971 3 (21) 010417123456

There are 30 digits in total. In the actual barcode, there are no () and spaces.

Digit Meanings

() Application Identifiers
01 Primary Identifier (Header) for manufacturing details. It is always 01 in all our product
0 Logistic unit always 0
94 Country code for New Zealand
200124 F&P Company Code
0971 The product code
3 Checksum which is generated automatically by the labeling program. The bar code reader will also

check this number. This means that if barcode is not valid, the barcode reader will not read that in to

the keyboard buffer
21 Secondary Identifier (Header) for serial number to follow.
010417 6 digit date in the serial number. 01 is 2001, 04 is April, 17 is the day.
123456 This is the serial number of the product

The primary ID, secondary ID and the length of the serial number will also be checked.

C2. PRODUCT CODE TABLE

Product Product Code

NS232AUU 1074
NS242AUU 1075
NS252ALN 1076
NS252AUU 1077
NS272AUU 1078
NS272BUU 1079
NS272ABA 1128

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